The Outstanding 50 Asian Americans in Business Awards Gala Dinner was first established in 2001 by the AsianAmerican Business Development Center, which has remained the most prestigious forum to highlight the achievements ofAsian Americans business professionals across the U.S. The award recipients represent a microcosm of the bestof Asian American entrepreneurs, professionals and corporate executives who are engaged in a wide range ofbusiness interests, and all of whom have a role in driving the U.S. economy.